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Published 30 Jan 2024, 12:05 GMT

Official UK procurement notice

Cornwall Cluster 11 (CC11) ~ Catering Tender

Official notice

Authority: Cornwall Cluster 11·Consortium: 23 public authorities

14 lotsServicesRestricted procedure
Published estimate£15,024,091total for 14 lots
Submissions closed 1 Mar 2024awarded 3 Jul 2024
Awarded to Aspens Services Limited +2 more
Contract term 5 yrsends 31 Aug 2029 · starts 1 Sept 2024

What is being bought14 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide catering services for Cornwall Cluster 11. This is a Lotted, collaborative tender project.

CPV: School catering services

Lots and requirements (14)Procurement structure

14 lots · all with a published value (£15,024,093 together)
Lot #1SMART Schools TrustCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£4,168,996

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Please see SQ document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #2The Roseland Multi Academy TrustCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£2,834,227

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #3Venture Multi Academy TrustCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£632,459

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #4Leading Edge Academies PartnershipCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£441,643

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #5Humphry Davy SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£1,115,574

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #6Penair SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£1,140,072

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #7Redruth SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£1,569,335

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #8Wadebridge SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£1,403,730

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #9Gwinear CP SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£127,573

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #10Marazion SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£148,359

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #11St Ives Junior SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£235,184

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #12St Stephens Community Primary School (Saltash)Cancelled 5 yrsPublished value£703,024

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #13Trewirgie Junior SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£327,260

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed
Lot #14St Neot Community Primary SchoolCancelled 5 yrsPublished value£176,657

The contract covers the scope for the provision of all catering services within the schools, which also includes all hospitality and free issue requirements.

The duration of the contract being offered is for an initial three-year period commencing on 01 September 2024, with the potential to extend for a further two 12-month periods. This extension will be granted by mutual consent and on the same terms and conditions as the original contract without the right to further extend beyond the full five years.

The contract being offered within this tender will be on a guaranteed performance basis, with an expected profit share of any betterment to the agreed budget.

Please note, as a Lotted tender, each Lot has the option to award their contract individually. However, it is the intention of the Cluster to maximise on economies of scale gained by a collaborative procurement venture and awarding to a single contractor, or minimal contractors.

The Cluster is seeking a suitably experienced, education catering contractor who is able to evidence working with multiple Schools with varying requirements and Multi Academy Trust. Furthermore, it will be beneficial that the successful contractor has experience (and suitable capacity) to mobile multiple Schools successfully, in a short period of time. As a result, the successful contractor will already have or need to develop a strong operational base within Cornwall, thus allowing for both adequate contract support and operational flexibility that is to be delivered to support the contract as and when needed moving forwards into this contract term.

The services are currently outsourced and TUPE is expected to apply. It is anticipated that a number of employees are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and therefore the successful contractor will be expected to gain Admitted Body Status (ABS) in order to continue contributing to the scheme.

Within all schools, the Cluster wishes to offer good wholesome healthy eating options within the menus which should be based on the use of fresh ingredients and bakery products sourced through a local supply chain.

Please see SQ Document for more information.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUBMIT A BID FOR EACH LOT OF INTEREST* Additional information: Please note, this is a Contract Award Notice, this contract has already been awarded.

Contract period: 1 Sept 2024 – 31 Aug 2029 (5 yrs)
Delivery: South West · Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Second stage: 5–10 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: allowed

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Restricted procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Services
Notice status
Awarded
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Stand-alone contract (no framework)
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
30 Jan 2024, 12:05 GMT
Last source update
25 Jul 2024, 10:05 BST
FTS notice number
2024/S 000-023147
Classification (CPV)
School catering services
Delivery area
South West (UKK30)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-0435a8 Find a Tender
Contract terms
Electronic trading
e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment

Publisher note: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. It will be the supplier's responsibility to obtain any necessary documents in order to submit a response by the closing date and time. The contracting authority reserves the right not to award any or part of the contract which is the subject of this contract notice and reserves the right to terminate the procurement process at any time. The contracting authority will not be liable for any costs incurred by those expressing an interest in tendering for this contract opportunity. To view this notice, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=878060870 GO Reference: GO-2024725-PRO-27000055

How it was run

Official notice
Submission deadline
1 Mar 2024, 12:00 GMT
Submission channel
{"written"}
Accepted languages
en

Timeline

1 Mar 2024 → 1 Sept 2024 · 4 dates
  1. Submission deadline
    1 Mar 2024, 12:00 GMT
  2. Invitations to tender expected
    25 Mar 2024
  3. Notice published
    25 Jul 2024, 10:05 BST
  4. Contract starts
    1 Sept 2024, 00:00 BST

Notice history

1 event · 2 releases on Find a Tender
  1. Status changed to complete
    25 Jul 2024, 10:05 BST

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Awards 1
Awarded value £19,741,4551 contract exc. VAT
Bids received 5
Contracts signed 1latest 3 Jul 2024

Bid statistics published by the authority

BidsSMEVCSEValid bid range
5bids———

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

15 public bodies on the notice

Cornwall Cluster 11

Contracting authorityBody governed by public lawEducation Luxstowe, Luxstowe, Liskeard, South West, PL14 3EAContact email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Consortium members and other public bodies

  • Gwinear CP SchoolContracting authority Hayle, South WestContact email
  • Humphry Davy SchoolContracting authority Penzance, South WestContact email
  • Leading Edge Academies PartnershipContracting authority Penzance, South WestContact email
  • Marazion SchoolContracting authority Marazion, South WestContact email
  • Penair SchoolContracting authority Truro, South WestContact email
  • Redruth SchoolContracting authority Redruth, South WestContact email
  • SMART Schools TrustContracting authority Saltash, South WestContact email
  • St Ives Junior SchoolContracting authority St Ives, South WestContact email
  • St Neot Community Primary SchoolContracting authority Liskeard, South WestContact email
  • St Stephens Community Primary School (Saltash)Contracting authority Saltash, South WestContact email
  • The Roseland Multi Academy TrustContracting authority Cornwall, South WestContact email
  • Trewirgie Junior SchoolContracting authority Redruth, South WestContact email
  • Venture Multi Academy TrustContracting authority Camborne, South WestContact email
  • Wadebridge SchoolContracting authority Wadebridge, South WestContact email

Bidders & participating suppliers

3 commercial parties on the notice
  • Aspens Services LtdAwarded supplier06561073 Ground Floor, Teme House, Whittington Hall, Whittington, West Midlands, WR5 2RY
  • Cater Link LimitedAwarded supplier03732298 Earley West, 300 Thames Valley Park Drive, Reading, South East, RG6 1PT
  • Compass Contract Services (UK) LtdAwarded supplier02114954 Parklands Court, 24 Parklands, Birmingham Great Park, Rubery, West Midlands, B45 9PZ

Official documents & specifications (2)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Tender pack and attachments

  • Economic and financial selection criteriatenderEconomic and financial selection criteria
  • Technical selection criteriatenderTechnical selection criteria